1978 Fiat 133 vs. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Fiat 133. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Fiat 133 would be higher. At 3,606 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Mercedes-Benz C is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (276 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 243 more horse power than 1978 Fiat 133. (33 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C should accelerate faster than 1978 Fiat 133. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 870 kg more than 1978 Fiat 133. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mercedes-Benz C (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Fiat 133. (54 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1993 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Fiat 133.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Fiat 133 | 1993 Mercedes-Benz C | |
| Make | Fiat | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | 133 | C |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 842 cc | 3606 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 33 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 54 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.9:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 690 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2030 mm | 2700 mm |
